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Nezameya

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Nezameya

A historic eatery near Fushimi Inari Taisha's rear entrance, named by Toyotomi Hideyoshi himself.

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Nezameya, located right next to a torii gate at the entrance of Fushimi Inari Taisha's rear path, has been serving food since 1540. Its name is said to have been given by the famous Toyotomi Hideyoshi. While visiting Fushimi Inari Taisha to pray for his mother's health, Hideyoshi sought a place to rest. This establishment, open early in the morning, was the only available option. Pleased with being able to enjoy tea, Hideyoshi named the eatery “Nezameya,” inspired by his wife’s name, Ne-Ne.

The first thing that catches your eye is the deliciously grilled eel outside the restaurant. Along with the traditional long-grilled eel, they offer affordable eel bowls. The secret behind their flavors is a special homemade sauce, also used for their quail yakitori. Being in the gateway town to Inari Shrine, their inari sushi is a crowd favorite, featuring sweetly simmered tofu skin and rice mixed with sesame and hemp seeds for a delightful texture. Other diverse menu items include mackerel sushi, herring soba, and kitsune udon.

The restaurant, exuding history, utilizes building materials from early Showa-era architecture, reconstructed in the early Heisei period. Despite its compact size, the wooden Japanese-style building provides a calming atmosphere, continually bustling with visitors to Fushimi Inari Taisha.

Highlights

  • Established in 1540, named by Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
  • Famous for eel and yakitori grilled with a secret sauce.
  • Offers a variety of dishes like inari sushi, mackerel sushi, and herring soba.
  • The building, made of early Showa-era materials, was reconstructed in the early Heisei period.
  • Located near the rear entrance path of Fushimi Inari Taisha.

Photos

  • The restaurant's famous inari sushi.

    The restaurant's famous inari sushi.

  • Grilled eel bowls prepared in front of the restaurant.

    Grilled eel bowls prepared in front of the restaurant.

  • Grilled quail.

    Grilled quail.

  • The restaurant's charming exterior.

    The restaurant's charming exterior.

  • A cozy and tranquil atmosphere.

    A cozy and tranquil atmosphere.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
A

Yes, we have English, Chinese, Korean menu and menu with pictures.

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Do you serve vegetarian menus?
A

Yes, we do.

Q

Can I get take-out?
A

Yes.

Q

Is there free Wi-Fi available in the restaurant?
A

No free Wi-Fi available.

Q

Can I reserve a seat?
A

Reservation availability varies by season.

Q

Wheelchair accessibility?
A

Depends on how crowded the place is. Accessible if there's space near the entrance.

Q

Is there a baby chair?
A

No.

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Is parking available?
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Not available.

Reviews

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  • Gina C
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    At NEZAMEYA, I ordered inari sushi and unagi rice, enjoying two different Japanese flavors at once! The tofu skin around the inari sushi had a subtle sweetness, and it went down easily with the rice inside. Simple, but something you don't get tired of eating.

    The unagi was grilled until fragrant, and the fish was tender. Together with the sauce and white rice, the sweet and savory flavor went really well with the rice. Ordering both was just right because I could switch between flavors without getting tired of either one.

  • BobbyJenny
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    NEZAMEYA—I ordered inari sushi and eel rice this time. It was a simple meal, but very satisfying! The tofu pockets around the inari sushi had a sweet flavor and were filled with fragrant vinegared rice. They were easy to eat in one bite, with just the right balance of sweet and savory.

    The eel rice was another highlight of the meal. The grilled eel was fragrant, with a slightly charred aroma on the surface. The fish was tender, and it tasted better and better with the piping-hot white rice underneath!

  • 秦晴
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    You have to try the eel rice here! The old Kyoto-style wooden building has such a classic vibe—it's two stories and really represents the local food scene.

Details

Name in Japanese
祢ざめ家
Postal Code
612-0881
Address
82-1 Fukakusainarionmaecho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto
Telephone
075-641-0802
Closed
Irregular holidays
Business Hours
10:00am - 4:00pm（closes as soon as sold out）
*Extended hours during New Year and other special occasions.
Budget
1,000-2,500yen
Access
About 2 minutes walk from JR Nara Line Inari station and Keihan Main Line Fushimi-Inari Station
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa